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Patient Autonomy in Physical Therapist Practice: Defining the Limits.

PubMed / J Allied Health · 2026-09-18 · By Marengo J · Journal of allied health

A study published in the Journal of Allied Health examines the concept of patient autonomy within physical therapist practice, exploring where its boundaries lie. The article addresses how PTs should navigate situations in which respecting a patient's self-determination may conflict with clinical judgment or professional obligations. This work is relevant to ethics education and decision-making frameworks in PT clinical settings.

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